The M.Ed. in Special Education at the American College of Education provides educators with the background to support students with exceptionalities in P-12 settings.
The courses provide students with evidence-based methods to develop curriculum, design learning environments, and enhance instructional strategies and guidance techniques to support the diverse learning needs of students.
The coursework is designed to provide students with an in-depth study of research-based methods to meet the needs of students with special needs in current educational settings.
Study on your schedule. Our online format allows you to plan your coursework around your life.
Follow the path that fits you and your goals. Choose a three-course concentration in differentiated instruction, early childhood education or general special education.
Two Focus of Study options—Early Childhood Education and General Special Education—include courses approved for endorsement in Illinois. This unique option allows you to earn a degree while working toward an endorsement at the same time.
Use what you learn. Students will gain valuable instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies.
The coursework is designed to provide you with evidence-based methods to develop curriculum, design learning environments, and enhance instructional strategies and guidance techniques to support the diverse learning needs of students. You will also learn how to build and maintain communicative, collaborative partnerships among the school, colleagues, family and community to support students who are exceptional learners.
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Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.50 on a 4.0 Scale for Provisional Admission
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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